Painkillers causes deafness before the age of 50

Recent studies revealed that Popping painkillers such as paracetamol on a regular basis can pose the danger of going deaf. Taking paracetamol at least twice a week doubles the risk of mild to severe deafness before the age of 50.American researchers found that other painkillers, including aspirin and ibuprofen, are also linked to hearing loss.

The study, conducted over a period of 24 years, involved a total of 26,000 men by scientists at Harvard University, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in the US. The study also involved researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, in Boston, Massachusetts, Vanderbilt University, in Nashville, Tennessee, and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary.

One of the researcher said that regular use of analgesics, specifically aspirin, NSAIDs, and acetaminophen (paracetamol) might increase the risk of adult hearing loss, particularly in younger individuals. Given the high prevalence of regular analgesic use and the health and social implications of hearing impairment, this represents an important public health issue.

Hearing loss can have a big impact on communication and many people are not aware of the effect it can have on their lives. If you are worried that the medication you are taking could be affecting your hearing, you should consult your doctor, who will discuss your concerns with you. If you have any concerns about your hearing for whatever reason, you should ask for a hearing test – and the quicker you take action on the matter, the better.